overview

Originally built in the 1920s, White Elephant Game Lodge captures the history and romance of the colonial era of safaris. Set in Pongola Game Reserve – the second oldest game reserve in the world - in Kwazulu-Natal, the sweeping views and tranquil setting provide the venue for a unique African experience.

Wildlife species found in the reserve include giraffe, wildebeest, zebra, impala, hyena, buffalo, rhino and leopard, while the number of recorded species of birdlife exceeds 350. To gain some insight into the local customs, visit the Dumazulu Cultural Village, or go on a guided cultural tour where you can also visit the Zulu chiefs and herbal doctors. Head out on a boat cruise on Lake Jozini, where you can try your luck at Tiger fishing with the help of the fishing expert.

highlights

Colonial-style safari lodge with great views

Enjoy showering outdoors on your deck

Views of the Lebombo Mountains & Lake Jozini

Game drives & walks in the Pongola Game Reserve

Track elephants in summer with local researchers

Track black rhino with local researchers

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Facilities

Since the lodge is set inside a well established game reserve, you can watch wildlife from the hide at the lodge or journey into the bush on a game drive or a bush walk with one of the lodge's professional guides.

General Facilities

Swimming Pool

Wi-fi available

Bar

Dining

Dine on delicious meals served in a variety of locations, in the restored colonial main house on the wide veranda, or in the dining room.

For an outdoor dining experience, choose to enjoy your meals in the garden or on the wooden deck alongside the swimming pool.

The most competitive rates for accommodation are available in our tailored packages

Request a quote or speak to one of our African Safari Experts for the best, most current rates available.

Traveller Reviews

The lodge is unique for its lodging house and dining there was unforgettably good. People there were all kind and respectable. The only regrettable thing was that we could not see any lion nor elephant. The person in charge told us that there is no lion but elephant in summer. While we could not see many animals there, the people were very good and meal was wonderful. We would like revisit there.

Kenji Aoki, October 2010

The 'tented' rooms were great and the service was superb. Enjoyed the safaris too and the Lake Jozini trip was stunning.

Tessa Parry-Wingfield, January 2010

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Ramona Cilliers

Africa Safari Expert

"Relaxed and quiet bush getaway; the staff where incredibly friendly and have such sweet voices - the kitchen choir blew us away!"